Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S vs. BMW M6 Gran Coupe vs. Jaguar XFR-S

Four-door supercars are among us, and they want to scare us all.

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In an age during which even the highest performance road cars in existence require hybrid drivetrains in order to be socially acceptable, it's good to know that cars like the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S, BMW M6 Gran Coupe, and Jaguar XFR-S still exist—loud, brash, incredibly fast luxury cars in the molds of 1960s American muscle cars.

In the most recent installment of Chris Harris' DRIVE series, all three of these super sedans get a thorough working over on both road and track. All three also have the unique ability to scare four occupants silly, but their distinct personalities are what make them interesting. The M6 Gran Coupe is the most buttoned-down of the group, but as a driving tool, it's also the sharpest. The E63 AMG S, which has an additional 28 hp over the base E63 to make a silly 585 hp, is the blunt instrument, but it also has the most understated appearance. The bright blue Jaguar XFR-S, on the other hand, is anything but subtle, which is reflected in its track-oriented performance characteristics.

So, which would you take home? In the end, it's a tough choice, and with cars as accomplished as these, it's a largely subjective decision. Maybe watching Mr. Harris perform massive skids in each of them will help you make up your mind.